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The updates to the procedural classifications of ICD-10-PCS is completed by?
What does CMBS-H stand for?
Certified Medical Billing Specialist for Hospitals
CMS updates the ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes each quarter of the year.
False
By using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes, health care diagnosis and procedural information can be collected, processed, and analyzed more effectively.
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What does CHDA stand for?
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Multiple sclerosis is a condition of the _________ system.
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Code range A00-B99 is reported in which chapter of ICD-10-CM?
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Sammy Smith sustained a fracture of his right ulnar. This would be reported with a code from the ICD-10-CM chapter entitled:
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Code range F01-F99 is reported in which chapter of ICD-10-CM?
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The first chapter in the ICD-10-CM is titled Disease of the Circulatory System.
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The __________ for the ICD-10-CM are general rules for use of the classification independent of the guidelines.
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The ICD-10-CM Tabular List of Disease and Injuries contains categories, __________, and codes.
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The 'Excludes 1' note _________.
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Colons are used after an incomplete term to identify nonessential modifiers.
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The _________ abbreviation in the Index represents 'other specified' when a specific code is not available for a condition.
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What is the main term referenced in the ICD-10-CM Index for the statement 'Complex tear of lateral meniscus of the right knee'?
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In the ICD-10-CM Index to Diseases and Injuries, the primary arrangement for diagnosis is by __________.
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For the statement 'adhesive shoulder joint capsulitis', what is the main term to reference in the ICD-10-CM Index?
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The Alphabetic Index and the Tabular List must both be used when assigning codes.
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In the statement 'acute sinusitis due to allergies,' what is the modifying term?
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When an admission is for treatment of a complication resulting from surgery, which code is sequenced as the principal diagnosis?
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In the outpatient setting, the term 'first-listed' diagnosis is used in lieu of __________ diagnosis.
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Dr. Cook records the following diagnosis: 'Abdominal pain ruled out of colitis or gastritis.' What is the principal diagnosis?
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Section IV of the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting contains the Diagnostic Coding and Reporting Guidelines for __________ Services.
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For bilateral sites, the first character of the codes in the ICD-10-CM indicates laterality.
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Study Notes
ICD-10-CM Updates and Classifications
- CMS is responsible for updating the procedural classifications of ICD-10-PCS.
- CMS updates ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes quarterly; however, this statement is false.
- The conventions for ICD-10-CM provide general rules for code usage, independent of specific guidelines.
Medical Coding Specialists and Certifications
- CMBS-H stands for Certified Medical Billing Specialist for Hospitals.
- CHDA refers to Certified Health Data Analyst.
Disease Classifications
- Multiple sclerosis affects the nervous system and is classified under Chapter 6 of ICD-10-CM.
- The code range A00-B99 is for certain infectious and parasitic diseases.
- F01-F99 categorizes mental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Code Structures and Usage
- Ulnar fractures are reported under "Injury and Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes."
- The ICD-10-CM Tabular List includes categories, subcategories, and codes.
Coding Indicators and Notes
- "Excludes 1" means "not coded here" and indicates that the conditions listed should not be used together.
- Colons in the ICD-10-CM are not used for nonessential modifiers, making the previous claim false.
- The abbreviation NEC stands for "not elsewhere classified," directing to other specific codes in the Tabular List.
Index Arrangement and Terms
- Diagnoses in the ICD-10-CM Index are primarily arranged by condition.
- Main term for "Complex tear of lateral meniscus of the right knee" is "tear," while for "adhesive shoulder joint capsulitis," it is "capsulitis."
- In modifying terms, "acute" in "acute sinusitis due to allergies" is the term to focus on.
Principal and First-Listed Diagnoses
- When treating complications from surgery, the complication code is the principal diagnosis.
- In outpatient settings, "first-listed" diagnosis replaces "principal" diagnosis.
- Principal diagnosis during inpatient discharge may be classified as "abdominal pain" when ruled out colitis or gastritis.
Outpatient Guidelines
- Section IV of the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines covers Diagnostic Coding and Reporting Guidelines for outpatient services.
Coding and Laterality
- The first character of ICD-10-CM codes does not indicate laterality for bilateral sites, making the assertion false.
- It’s essential to utilize both the Alphabetic Index and the Tabular List when assigning codes.
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Test your knowledge on the first five chapters of the ICD-10-PCS updates with this quiz. It covers various concepts such as procedural classifications and medical billing specialties. Perfect for students or professionals looking to enhance their understanding of medical coding.
